Cat Baths, Dog Baths & In-Home Grooming FAQ
Answers to the questions we hear most from cat and dog families across Raleigh, NC and the Triangle.
How much should a cat bath cost?+
In the Raleigh area, professional cat baths typically range from about $75 to $150 depending on the cat's size, coat length, condition, and whether add-ons like nail trims, ear cleaning, or de-shedding are included. CatBaths.com offers transparent in-home cat bath pricing — see our Pricing page for current rates. Because we come to your home, there are no carrier fees, no car ride, and no salon wait.
Where can I take my cat to get a bath near me?+
You don't have to take your cat anywhere — that's the whole idea behind CatBaths.com. We come to your home in Raleigh, Cary, Durham, Apex, Wake Forest, Holly Springs, Chapel Hill, and the rest of the Triangle and bathe your cat inside, in your own tub, where they feel safest. No carrier, no car ride, no unfamiliar salon.
What is the 3-3-3 rule with cats?+
The 3-3-3 rule is a general guideline for newly adopted cats: about 3 days to start decompressing, 3 weeks to settle into a routine, and 3 months to feel fully at home. It's a good reminder that cats are deeply territorial — which is exactly why we bathe cats inside their own home instead of asking them to travel to a salon. Familiar smells, familiar space, less stress.
How does CatBaths.com work?+
1) Request an appointment through CatBaths.com. 2) We confirm the pet, location, service, and best setup. 3) We come to your home. 4) Cats stay inside where they're most comfortable. 5) Dogs are bathed in your tub, wash area, or driveway when appropriate. 6) We handle the bath, brushing, nails, ears, drying, and cleanup. 7) Your pet never has to leave home.
Where does CatBaths.com bathe pets?+
CatBaths.com is an in-home pet hygiene service. We come to your home and work in your space — cats inside in your own tub, and dogs in your tub, wash area, or driveway when appropriate.
Do you bathe cats?+
Yes — cats are our specialty. We offer low-stress in-home cat baths in Raleigh, NC and across the Triangle. Cats are bathed inside your home in your own tub, where they feel safest. Cats by appointment only.
Do you groom cats in Raleigh, NC?+
Yes. We provide cat baths, brush-outs, nail trims, ear cleaning, and de-shedding — all in your home. We do not perform haircuts, lion cuts, or shave-downs.
Do you cut hair?+
No. CatBaths.com focuses on bath and basic hygiene only. No haircuts, no breed-specific styling. If you need a haircut, we'll refer you to a haircut provider and remain your between-cut bath service.
Do you sedate pets?+
CatBaths.com does not provide sedation. If a pet requires sedation to be bathed, groomed, trimmed, or safely handled, that pet should be seen by a veterinarian or veterinary grooming provider. We stop any service if the pet becomes overly stressed, unsafe, or cannot be handled comfortably.
Do you handle severe matting?+
No. Severe mats can hide skin issues and require medical-grade equipment. We'll refer you to a vet or specialty groomer and resume routine hygiene visits afterward.
Do you trim cat nails?+
Yes. Cat nail trims are a popular standalone appointment and a quick add-on to any cat bath. Polydactyl cats welcome.
Do you offer dog baths?+
Yes. We bathe dogs of all sizes — especially short-haired dogs, seniors, and dogs who don't need a full haircut. Dogs can be bathed in your tub, wash area, or driveway. Service includes bath, brush, nails, and ear cleaning.
What areas do you serve?+
Raleigh, Cary, Durham, Apex, Morrisville, Wake Forest, Holly Springs, Chapel Hill, Garner, Clayton, Fuquay-Varina, Knightdale, Wendell, Zebulon, and Smithfield. See our Service Area page for details.
Do you handle senior cats and dogs?+
Absolutely. We pace appointments to your senior pet's comfort and take breaks as needed. Senior pets often benefit most from regular bath & nail maintenance.
Can I book a quick bath without a haircut?+
Yes — that's literally our whole business. Most appointments are under an hour.
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In-home cat and dog baths across Raleigh, NC and the Triangle. Send us a quick request and the team member covering your area will follow up to schedule your appointment.